ADEPT Educational Institute of New England

08/24/2026

The percentage of Americans who report drinking alcohol is holding at a record-low 54% for a second year in a row.

08/20/2026

Cannabis va**ng products are not all associated with mental health in the same way.

Adolescents who vaped THC only or both THC and CBD were more likely to report depressive symptoms, while those who vaped CBD only were more likely to report anxiety symptoms. Mental health markers may differ depending on the cannabis compounds being vaped.

Learn more here: https://www.recoveryanswers.org/research-post/how-is-va**ng-different-cannabis-compounds-associated-with-depression-and-anxiety-among-adolescents/

08/20/2026

season is a good time to re-start important conversations!

08/19/2026

https://www.centralmaine.com/2026/08/19/maines-first-recovery-high-school-opens-to-help-teens-get-off-drugs/

Located in Aroostook County and funded mostly by opioid settlement funds, it's the only rural one in the country.

08/17/2026

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day. Remember lives lost. Stand with families. Carry naloxone. Learn to respond: https://www.overdoseday.com/

08/07/2026

RIDOH is issuing an overdose spike alert for increases in non-fatal drug overdoses among Woonsocket residents. Read the alert for details: tinyurl.com/5y8rjtzd
When RIDOH data show an increase in overdoses, the Department sends out an overdose spike alert. These alerts help communities know what is happening and connect people to local overdose prevention, treatment, and recovery resources.
Increases in overdoses can happen because the drug supply is always changing. Fentanyl and other very strong substances are in all types of drugs, including he**in, co***ne, and counterfeit pills.

Helpful links:
• Connect with community harm reduction organizations: preventoverdoseri.org/harm-reduction/
• Find treatment and recovery supports: preventoverdoseri.org/get-help
• Get free naloxone by mail: preventoverdoseri.org/get-naloxone
• Learn how RIDOH tracks non-fatal overdoses with the Overdose Spike Alert System: tinyurl.com/3br63fx5
• Subscribe to receive Overdose Spike Alert email notifications: tinyurl.com/3576vt97

Island Executive Office of Health and Human Services
Dept. of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals

08/07/2026

Reminder - Coming soon! 34th Annual New England School of Best Practices in Addiction Services August 24-28, 2026 - Virtual Program

Most scholarship applications are due today! Register and apply for a scholarship today for Best Practices at the link below:
https://cvent.me/8A0KNP?RefId=Registration+Gateway+2026
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Select from over 30 intensive courses!
Attend the full program or just a day or two!
Courses geared for clinical work, clinical supervision, management, and more!
5th Annual Psychologist Track with CE Hours for Psychologists - Designed for psychologists and experienced counselors
Virtual courses take place live by videoconference, allowing for course group work and interaction.
In addition to courses, enjoy plenary sessions and community!
Earn up to 26 Contact Hours during the week.

08/07/2026

By focusing on clear, actionable truths, the campaign encourages safe choices, strong conversations, and practical overdose prevention behaviors without relying on fear or stigma.

08/06/2026

08/06/2026

The DMHAS Office of Recovery Community Affairs welcomes you to join us for our upcoming Recovery Community Open Forums!

These forums are all about strengthening connection and building open dialogue between the Recovery Community and DMHAS. Make your voice heard as we connect, communicate, and collaborate.

Who’s invited?
• Individuals in recovery
• Individuals seeking recovery
• Professionals supporting people in recovery

We look forward to seeing you there and hearing your valuable perspectives.